I have list of the places in Roma with baby change facilities in the Places and Facilities section. If you have a place to add or a correction to make to this list please email romaforfamilies@gmail.com.

Are you simply looking for a way to get healthy but don’t know where to start?

Council’s Be Healthy & Safe Maranoa initiative exists to motivate and support residents of the Maranoa to live happier and healthier lives. With a range of programs, activity and events on offer throughout the region, Be Healthy & Safe Maranoa has a vision to see an exciting well-being culture emerge in our community.

Residents are encouraged to get involved in the free or affordable programs and activities in their area today!

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The next round (Round 10) of the Sport and Recreation Services (SRS) Get Started Vouchers program is due to open on 12 July 2017.

What is Get Started Vouchers?

Under the Get Started Vouchers program, vouchers of up to $150 are available to eligible children and young people, which can help pay for the cost of sport or recreation club membership, and/or participation fees through registered Get Started Vouchers clubs.

If the child/young person or their parent/carer/guardian holds a valid Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card, they can apply straight away online. In this case, there is no need to worry about having a recommendation from referral agents.

Alternatively, children who do not fall into the above category can still apply by being nominated by a registered referral agent. The full details of referral agent information and eligibility requirements are outlined online.

Please note:

The vouchers are issued on a first come, first served basis. Once they have been allocated for the round, then the round closes. It is recommended to submit referral applications as quickly as possible to avoid missing out.

Applications close when fully allocated or, at latest, 27 September 2017.

Flexible Financial Hardship Support funding of up to $500 per household is available for drought affected community members. Residents are encouraged to apply by submitting the form and providing supporting documentation as required.Note: a copy of a rates notice is required to confirm residency in the Maranoa local government region.

(Until funding allocation exhausted or 30/11/17)

There are two options for receiving the assistance:

Option 1: $500 in $50 vouchers to be used at selected stores in the Maranoa region

Option 2: Financial assistance up to $500 with a specific bill/account (bill to be provided with application)

Ø Funding is limited so please apply early to avoid disappointment

Ø All claims are subject to assessment and approval by Maranoa Regional Council

Ø Applicants must reside within the Maranoa Regional Council area

Ø All vouchers and bill payments must be redeemed by 30 November 2017

Ø Vouchers may only be redeemed at the stores listed

Ø Eligible bills in Option 2 include, but are not limited to, vehicle registration, vehicle insurance, farm insurance, accountants’ fees, machinery repairs, grocery store accounts, and training. Residents are encouraged to talk to Council (Grants Officer) if their bill does not fit under these headings to see if it is eligible for claim.

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THE QUEEN’S BATON RELAY IS COMING TO THE MARANOA – NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN FOR BATON BEARERS

The Queen’s Baton Relay is coming to the Maranoa and you can be a part of its journey to the start of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games!

During its time in Queensland, the Queen’s Baton will visit Roma and Mitchell, giving local people in these communities and the surrounds an opportunity to be involved in the Relay. Starting in Australia on 25 December 2017, the Queen’s Baton will travel for 100 days visiting communities across all states and territories, showcasing Australia’s history, culture, traditions, geography and people to the world.

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This means the recent aircraft weight issues we have been experiencing should be alleviated (depending on the heat) and what is even better, we can now accommodate more passengers on our special resident fare!

We now have extra resident fares departing Roma this coming Saturday, please contact us on 46221416.

23 January, 2017

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FoodAssist Dalby is now visiting Roma every Friday 9-10.30 at the PCYC Car park George Street West. We have $30 hampers that will contain lots of goodies, please order by messaging FoodAssist Dalby or call 46622967. This is open to everyone so you don’t need a concession or health care card. We also have EFTPOS available

For contents of each week’s hamper please refer to the Facebook page below.